Yes, to clarify, MiracleFeet is selecting the on-the-ground evaluator that will conduct the monitoring in each location, although GiveWell will lightly vet MiracleFeet’s choices and meet with each evaluator.
The primary purpose of the monitoring grant is to understand how many children are treated for clubfoot both with and without MiracleFeet’s support. So, although MiracleFeet has records of children treated through facilities it’s supported, we also want an assessment of baseline treatment coverage before MiracleFeet launches its program (or expands it, in the case of the Philippines). We do plan to incorporate some form of data audit as part of endline activities; we’ll work out the details of that at a later date.
Thanks again for your interest in this and for taking the time to ask questions!
Hi, Nick,
Yes, to clarify, MiracleFeet is selecting the on-the-ground evaluator that will conduct the monitoring in each location, although GiveWell will lightly vet MiracleFeet’s choices and meet with each evaluator.
The primary purpose of the monitoring grant is to understand how many children are treated for clubfoot both with and without MiracleFeet’s support. So, although MiracleFeet has records of children treated through facilities it’s supported, we also want an assessment of baseline treatment coverage before MiracleFeet launches its program (or expands it, in the case of the Philippines). We do plan to incorporate some form of data audit as part of endline activities; we’ll work out the details of that at a later date.
Thanks again for your interest in this and for taking the time to ask questions!
Miranda